Reviews
Praise for The Murder of Andrew Johnson
“Solomon evokes the period brilliantly … Fans of alternate histories should check this out.”—Publishers Weekly, starred review
Praise for The Attempted Murder of Theodore Roosevelt:
“[Solomon has] a gift for mining fascinating nuggets from my city’s past.”—George F. Will, columnist at The Washington Post
“Historian Solomon’s meticulous details and the real-life figures woven into the narrative make it both informative and entertaining.”—Kirkus Reviews
“Hay is a fallible, engaging character with interests in boxing and poetry as well as sleuthing, and his narration brings to life a time and place as it unravels a crime.”—Booklist
“Historical mystery fans who relish rich period details will be eager to see Hay again.”—Library Journal
Praise for The Murder of Willie Lincoln
“An original plot, plausible characterizations of historical figures, and solid prose combine to make this historical fiction debut a winner.”—Publishers Weekly
“The puzzle is plausibly immersive, the solution heartrendingly surprising…Solomon portrays Hay as an effective, likable sleuth and compelling political player.”—Booklist
“An engaging roman a clef…here’s hoping that Mr. Solomon finds something else for John Hay to apply his fertile mind.”—The Washington Times
